Jones commissioned as second lieutenant into United States Army

Ryan Jones, a resident of Quinton, was among 77 cadets commissioned as a second lieutenant during his graduation ceremony from the University of North Georgia. Jones earned a degree in Strategic and Security Studies. He was commissioned by the United States Army in the Infantry division.

Master Governmental Treasurer

Donation to New Kent Jr. Woman’s Club

New Kent Public Schools ‘Support Staff of the Year’

New Kent Public Schools 2022 ‘Teacher of the Year’

New Kent’s Vick places second in VHSL state essay contest

New Kent High School Senior Lauren Vick placed second in the essay category of the Virginia High School League’s Creative Writing state competition. Virginia High School League’s creative writing championships combine all schools into one division. Vick composed the essay “Cages” for her entry, garnering a superior rating from judges.

Rudd initiated into Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

Jaquelyn Rudd, a resident of New Kent, was recently initiated into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi at George Mason University. In order to be admitted to the organization, individuals must be selected and approved by a chapter, be in the top ten percent of seniors or top seven-and-a-half percent of juniors. Graduate students must be in the top ten percent of their class.

Charles City County Public Schools Third Quarter Honor Roll 2021-22

Charles City Elementary School Grade 3- All A’s: Dillon Cash, Brayden Sweeney. A/B Honor Roll: Desiree Jones, Hunter Marr, Grant Montez, Luna Singer, Kaiden Thomas. Grade 4- All A’s: Matthew Davis, Jassamyn Kigis, Allyson Martin, Micah Saunders. A/B Honor Roll: Bradley Babb, Abria Harris, Try’Nity Hunter, Kelsie Isbell, Alvin Meadors, Caitlyn Sheridan, Jai Whittaker. Grade 5- All A’s: Logan Jones, Kaleb Shiflet. A/B Honor Roll: Kennedi Adkins, Eryn Brown, Lailah Henley, NiAjah Jones, Aalaya King, Ja’Mesha Paige, Marleigh Smith. Grade 6- All A’s: Peyton Adkins, Mariah Black, Isaac Blanks, Aiden Cash, Chad Otey, Jewel Otey, Steven Pryor Jr., Brooke Richardson,…
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Rosie’s donates to Proclaiming Grace Outreach

Letter to the Editor: May is Mental Health Awareness month

May is Mental Health Awareness month, providing an opportunity for reflection and collective action to address the stigma preventing individuals from getting the care they need. The good news is that there is hope and available resources for recovery. Today, positive outcomes are not only possible, but they are also experienced every day. Like chronic physical illness, mental illness can be diagnosed and effectively managed. Individuals who were once in despair can go on to live their best lives. The current statistics show that one out of every five Americans are suffering with a mental health issue, and one in…
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